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Base pay range $185,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
Senior Vice President (Hybrid)
B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications
The Opportunity
Senior vice presidents (SVP) are senior-level managers who provide leadership in all aspects of Method’s business across client work, business development and agency initiatives. As an SVP, you will lead multiple client teams and ensure the agency provides world-class services to our clients. You will also be responsible for fostering organic growth with existing clients, sourcing new business opportunities and leading teams through the new business pitch process. SVPs work with the CEO, COO and the executive team to actively shape and guide the agency’s growth while preserving and enhancing Method culture and furthering the agency vision. You’ll also help lead the leadership team, collaborating with HR, Finance and Operations teams on internal agency initiatives.
Responsibilities
Work with the management team to optimize overall agency functions and performance
Provide strategic input on decision-making issues affecting the agency – new business, best practices, client service and performance management
Work with People Ops to motivate and lead a high-performance team; contribute to attracting, recruiting and retaining team members; deliver constructive and clear feedback to ensure level requirements are met
Act as a mentor for designated direct reports, ensuring quarterly 360 reviews are performed and career development goals are set
Maintain an active presence and provide guidance to ensure internal communications is effective and supports Method’s business strategy
Provide strategic guidance for clients and team leads on well-conceptualized and researched PR and integrated marketing programs, including handling sensitive client issues, solving problems and evolving direction as necessary
Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
Oversee the development of goals for internal team members and clients, leading teams to effectively execute against client strategy
Empower and support ADs and VPs in guiding teams to collaborate and produce high quality work effectively
Coach teams to develop strong written content and creative newsworthy pitches that align with clients' business objectives; lead and coach teams in maintaining and growing media relationships with a wide range of reporters and publications
Business Development
Expand personal/ professional network in order to enhance the Method brand and grow our client and client services portfolio
Lead new business pitches ensuring presentations are well researched, prepared and polished
Drive organic growth by expanding scope of work with clients
Account and Agency Management
Help review and analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends in order to assist the executive team and leadership team in performing their responsibilities
Participate in account staffing and evaluating team structures to maximize account quality and profitability
Work with executive team to meet revenue goals for the agency
What We’re Looking For
Typically 10 - 15 years’ experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing
Ability to build, execute and conceptualize integrated communications programs aligning with client/company business goals
Proven history of growing a practice area or account(s) while leading and growing multi-disciplinary teams
Professional network of journalists, analysts and influencers in a variety of technology sectors
Expert-level editing and writing capabilities
Able to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports with different managerial requirements, working on both hard and soft skill development for coachees
Passion for work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn on a daily basis
What’s it like to work here?
Relationships are paramount to life at Method, and we invest heavily in building and maintaining relationships with clients, journalists and each other. We work hard to deliver incredible results for our clients. We encourage new ideas, and we always celebrate wins together – both for clients and our teams.
Method is made up of an award-winning team. Not only does the agency win awards, our people are consistently recognized for their excellence. We believe that begins with the recognition they get internally. Our leadership invests significant resources into employee mental health, wellbeing, education and development — and we praise outstanding performance regularly.
What’s in it for YOU?
Flexible, hybrid work
Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
Paid Family Leave
$500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
$1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
Salary Ranges
We believe all employees should be rewarded competitively and equitably, using practices that are simple and transparent. We’ve provided the following salary ranges for the locations we operate in below due to their state regulations. If your market is not listed below, your specific salary band will be discussed during the recruitment process. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a number of factors including candidate’s education, relevant work experience and geographic location.
$185,000-220,000
Work Arrangement
The role is required to work from Method’s hub office in San Francisco at least two days per week.
About the Company
Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today’s most innovative companies. Our group is united through our core values – relationships, resourcefulness and results. We support each other to do exceptional work for our clients while also focusing on the health and wellbeing of our families, our communities and ourselves.
We recognize our talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Method encourages and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through its policies and business practices, which include recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits, career development and advancement, training, pro bono work, community programs, and affinity groups.
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To Apply
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable; and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.
To apply, please submit a resume.
Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Only engage with a representative at Method Communications if their email address ends with our domain, @methodcommunications.com. Method will never ask a candidate to purchase materials or share their financial information. If you have any questions, please reach out to join@methodcommunications.com .
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Seniority level Seniority level Executive
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Public Relations
Industries Public Relations and Communications Services
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- Location:
- San Francisco, CA, United States
- Salary:
- $250,000 +
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Marketing & Media